Hostmore has appointed Célia Pronto as an independent non-executive director, with immediate effect.
At the same time as joining the board, she will become a member of the audit and risk, nominations and remunerations committees of the TGI Fridays and 63rd+1st operator.
Pronto more than 25 years’ experience working in blue chip listed companies, private equity and venture capital backed start-ups and family-owned businesses.
She has worked in subscription model businesses, as well as the food manufacturing, restaurants, logistics, travel, hospitality, leisure, FMCG, e-commerce, automotive retail and utility sectors.
Previous roles have included chief customer and digital officer at Casual Dining Group.
In addition, Pronto has specific expertise in developing digital transformation, innovation and growth strategies in consumer and multi-channel businesses, Hostmore said.
She is currently a Director of South East Water Limited, Samworth Brothers (Holdings) Limited, Impact Ventures Group Limited, and The Digital Success Co Ltd (trading as the Digital Advisor).
Stephen Welker, chairman, said: “On behalf of the Board, I am pleased to welcome Célia to Hostmore. Her wealth of experience across multiple sectors, particularly in developing digital transformation, innovation and growth strategies in consumer and multi-channel businesses, will strengthen the board.
“The directors and I look forward to working with Célia as we continue to focus on the Company’s key objectives in the months and years ahead.”
